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People of different fields come together to criticise Dera Sacha Sauda and ask for an apology, reports Kuldeep Mann.

unknowingly, he must tender an unconditional apology to assuage the hurt and defuse tension. He must also ensure he does not repeat such an objectionable act." -----

KULDIP NAYAR

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veteran journalist and political commentator.

"The sect chief has committed a grave offence by trying to imitate Guru Gobind Singh. He must issue an unconditional apology. A stubborn attitude will precipitate matters"-----

Dr KHARAK SINGH,

writer.

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If Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh thinks of himself as a saint, why is he hesitating to apologise? He should draw a lesson from Pope Benedict XVI, who apologised to the Muslim community for a slip of the tongue

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KULBIR SINGH KANG

former IAS officer.

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I am concerned about the deteriorating situation. I will urge Punjab Pradesh Congress Committee leaders to use their influence in getting the Dera chief to apologise for the sake of peace A Cong MLA from Malwa, who didn't want to be identified"-----